In Lecco, a bronze statue in Piazza Manzoni honors Alessandro Manzoni, the revered author of I promessi sposi. Manzoni’s novel was a masterpiece of Italian literature, and the statue, inaugurated in 1891, is a testament to his continued impact. The statue depicts Manzoni seated thoughtfully, watching that lake which was the root of his Lombard love.
A pedestal adorned with three magnificent bronze reliefs offers further scenes from the novel: Il Rapimento di Lucia, the death of Don Rodrigo at the Lazzaretto, and il Matrimonio dei Promessi. These represent the synthesis of the immortal novel: guilt, expiation, and triumphant innocence.
The monument serves as a lasting reminder of the man, the writer, and the work that remains a masterpiece of literature. The bronze statue, which weighs 18 quintali, stands on a massive pink granite base and features the coats of arms of the Kingdom of Italy and the municipality of Lecco.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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